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About this apartment rental
Relax on the sunny deck, walk along West Cliff Drive and fall asleep at night to the sound of crashing waves. Cowells Surfside is a clean, one- bedroom apartment located two houses from West Cliff, behind a main house and above the detached garage. Surrounded by plants and a garden it has beautiful views of the Monterey Bay, Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Mountains. The apartment has bamboo floors, granite counters and large sunny windows. The living room has a pullout sleeper sofa making space for children or additional guests. There are plenty of linens and towels along with a stocked kitchen. Included with your stay are two beach cruisers, boogie boards and beach chairs. The deck has a working gas grill for outdoor cooking. It’s a perfect get away for a couple of small family.
The apartment gives you walking access to many beaches, great surf spots, the Boardwalk and SC Wharf, wine tasting and shopping. Athletes have been renting here for years to have easy access to triathlons, surf contests and other races. Families love it for the proximity to the Boardwalk and downtown. Travelers return every summer and fall to enjoy the fun and beauty of our town.
We welcome long term renters in the fall and winter months. Please inquire about available dates and rates for monthly rentals.
Keywords: apartment, casita, back house, one bedroom, beach house, bungalo, ocean views, clean, long term rentals, beach.
Such amazing hosts, thank you. And hood luck with all and your sale.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Wonderful. More than exceeded our expectations. The host were very friendly, helpful and accessible. Clean. Well stocked kitchen. Great location.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
The apartment is in a great location and is clean and spacious.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
This is a beautiful, comfortable one bedroom in a great, walkable neighborhood. We saw whales from the living room window one morning! Easy check-in and out. Would certainly stay again.
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9.9Outstanding
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"Such amazing hosts, thank you. And hood luck with all and your sale."
Relax on the sunny deck, walk along West Cliff Drive and fall asleep at night to the sound of crashing waves. Cowells Surfside is a clean, one- bedroom apartment located two houses from West Cliff, behind a main house and above the detached garage. Surrounded by plants and a garden it has beautiful views of the Monterey Bay, Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Mountains. The apartment has bamboo floors, granite counters and large sunny windows. The living room has a pullout sleeper sofa making space for children or additional guests. There are plenty of linens and towels along with a stocked kitchen. Included with your stay are two beach cruisers, boogie boards and beach chairs. The deck has a working gas grill for outdoor cooking. It’s a perfect get away for a couple of small family.
The apartment gives you walking access to many beaches, great surf spots, the Boardwalk and SC Wharf, wine tasting and shopping. Athletes have been renting here for years to have easy access to triathlons, surf contests and other races. Families love it for the proximity to the Boardwalk and downtown. Travelers return every summer and fall to enjoy the fun and beauty of our town.
We welcome long term renters in the fall and winter months. Please inquire about available dates and rates for monthly rentals.
Keywords: apartment, casita, back house, one bedroom, beach house, bungalo, ocean views, clean, long term rentals, beach.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
FAQs
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Apartment with ocean views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Apartment with ocean views pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Apartment with ocean views?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.
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